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have two Walt Disney Zorro Puzzles, about 50 years old, all pieces there.
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This Kiwiana pie consists of Watties spaghetti and colby cheese in pastry. Is this our most iconic 'Kiwi' pie?
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Christchurch Police would like to identify the man in this photo.
We are hoping they can assist with an ongoing enquiry in relation to an assault at the intersection of Radcliffe Road and Main North Road in Northwood, Christchurch on Saturday 15 February.
If this is you, or you know who this … View moreChristchurch Police would like to identify the man in this photo.
We are hoping they can assist with an ongoing enquiry in relation to an assault at the intersection of Radcliffe Road and Main North Road in Northwood, Christchurch on Saturday 15 February.
If this is you, or you know who this is, please contact Police on 105 online or by phone and quote file number: 250216/8214.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
That first meeting planted a seed
My obsession with food was present from a very early age. I remember competing with other family members to eat as much as I possibly could and I almost always ate until I felt uncomfortable.
I would be secretive about eating the foods I thought my parents … View moreThat first meeting planted a seed
My obsession with food was present from a very early age. I remember competing with other family members to eat as much as I possibly could and I almost always ate until I felt uncomfortable.
I would be secretive about eating the foods I thought my parents would probably not approve of me eating. I was always aware of the presence of food and was often asking myself how can I get more without others thinking I’m greedy or how can I avoid food altogether because everyone is watching me?
“I took to bikes from a very young age, I got into Penny Farthing riding when I was 12. There were Penny Farthing races happening in Oamaru and I asked a guy if I could have a go on one. Half an hour later, I won my first race, and six months later, I built my first Penny Farthing from scratch. … View more“I took to bikes from a very young age, I got into Penny Farthing riding when I was 12. There were Penny Farthing races happening in Oamaru and I asked a guy if I could have a go on one. Half an hour later, I won my first race, and six months later, I built my first Penny Farthing from scratch. I’ve built about 56 Penny Farthings in my time, there are bikes of mine all over the world.
I'm the type that has a bike for every kind of cycling. There are project bikes, I always tend to have projects on the go. I work as much as possible with recycled materials, so I'll have all these projects going, but they may be completely still until such a resource is available. I grew up in a household with a workshop. We strapped a chainsaw to a Raleigh 20 and ripped around the neighborhood, so I was very familiar with motorized bikes.
I love e-bikes as a great form of transport. I can get out to places that would literally be out of my range on a normal bike, I just don't have quite the same steam as I used to. And e-bikes make even the hills flat, I love the freedom I have.
After the earthquakes there was a major issue with bike theft. At one point, we were losing over 200 bikes a week in Christchurch. I started the stolen bikes group on Facebook with the mission of trying to combat it, that's been going solidly for the last 10 years.
Back then, bikes were maybe two grands worth that were getting pinched. Nowadays you've got bikes that are worth more than cars so it's become even more critical that groups like mine exist. I'd love it if we didn't need to exist, but unfortunately, we do. We’re getting multiple bikes back, empowering people, teaching people how to secure their bikes. We're actually making a difference.
We have a zero tolerance for people asking for money, no one's allowed to accept rewards at all. If people insist on giving rewards, we say, give it to charity. It's cyclists helping cyclists, that’s how it should be. I like the fact that Christchurch is one of those cities that if you break down on the side road, another cyclist will stop for you. Christchurch really is a bike city.”
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute to a cause that truly matters?
We’re looking for SPCA Street … View moreAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals? Do you love events and have strong organizational and administrative skills? Are you calm under pressure, an exceptional communicator, and eager to contribute to a cause that truly matters?
We’re looking for SPCA Street Appeal Coordinators to help organise our sites across your local region. SPCA Street Appeal is a crucial fundraising event that directly supports our mission to protect and care for animals across New Zealand. As an Area Coordinator, your role is vital in ensuring the success of this event. You’ll assist our Events Team by managing volunteers, overseeing rosters and collection sites for your specific areas during the Street Appeal on Friday, May 30th, Saturday, May 31st, and Sunday, June 1st.
Area Coordinators are responsible for:
• Oversight of the roster for Volunteer Collectors to ensure sites are covered for all 3 days. You will be provided with software to facilitate the rostering.
• Providing instruction and communicating with Volunteer Collectors in your area in the lead up to the appeal.
• Helping volunteer collectors be familiar with the non-cash donation options available (you will be provided with a full brief on these and systems to be used are incredibly user friendly).
• Being the first point of contact for Volunteer Collectors throughout the collection days.
• Setting up and visiting sites in your area to ensure everything is running smoothly throughout the two collection days.
• Banking the money collected in your area. We provide banking bags to make the process easy.
• Helping us promote the 2025 Street Appeal and encouraging your friends, family, colleagues and contacts to volunteer.
• Ensuring all event collateral is collected and returned after the event.
You must be available ALL of Fri 30th, Saturday 31 May & Sun 1st June from approx. 8am-6pm each day and have access to a vehicle.
You are required to attend one information session – this may be held in person or virtually (details TBA). Collection sites are provided but we really appreciate any suggestions for good areas to book.
We are more than happy to provide references afterwards.
This is an opportunity not to be missed to gain valuable experience in the not-for-profit sector and make a real difference in the lives of New Zealand’s animals.
If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer Area Coordinator, please contact SPCA Events Team via email events@spca.nz and detail the location you would like to coordinate.
This issue contains articles about the Kebab Konnection, the Rotary Community Service Awards (which feature two very familiar Bishopdale faces) and we catch up with Jason Dobson, the owner-operator of New World Bishopdale.
I am still....Looking for more Packing Cardboard, Bubble wrap, paper, and packing boxes all sizes. Anyone who knows of someone just unpacking here in Christchurch. I can come and pick up their waste and reuse it. I would really appreciate packing cardboard and One or 2 large packing boxes too. … View moreI am still....Looking for more Packing Cardboard, Bubble wrap, paper, and packing boxes all sizes. Anyone who knows of someone just unpacking here in Christchurch. I can come and pick up their waste and reuse it. I would really appreciate packing cardboard and One or 2 large packing boxes too. Thank you in advance! 💐
Are you passionate about creating a positive impact in Kiwi communities? Applications are now open for our annual charity partnership for the 2025–2026 term!
We’re looking for a charity partner to join us in making a meaningful difference over the next 12 months. If your organisation is … View moreAre you passionate about creating a positive impact in Kiwi communities? Applications are now open for our annual charity partnership for the 2025–2026 term!
We’re looking for a charity partner to join us in making a meaningful difference over the next 12 months. If your organisation is dedicated to creating change and aligns with our values, we’d love to hear from you.
Click read more to apply.
Are you passionate about creating a positive impact in Kiwi communities? Applications are now open for our annual charity partnership for the 2025–2026 term!
We’re looking for a charity partner to join us in making a meaningful difference over the next 12 months. If your organisation is … View moreAre you passionate about creating a positive impact in Kiwi communities? Applications are now open for our annual charity partnership for the 2025–2026 term!
We’re looking for a charity partner to join us in making a meaningful difference over the next 12 months. If your organisation is dedicated to creating change and aligns with our values, we’d love to hear from you.
Click read more to apply.
“I wasn't aware of it when I was going through it, or growing up in that environment, you just think it's your normal until you get out of it. Narcissistic abuse. Have you heard of it?
I was the black sheep. I left home real young, like, 17. I went to the Salvation Army, I was … View more“I wasn't aware of it when I was going through it, or growing up in that environment, you just think it's your normal until you get out of it. Narcissistic abuse. Have you heard of it?
I was the black sheep. I left home real young, like, 17. I went to the Salvation Army, I was homeless. I went back to my parents thinking they'd changed, or, I don't know, something will be different, but it just wasn't. I had to come to terms with reality. Now I'm estranged, I'm doing my own thing. I've had no contact in ages, it is what it is.
I'm trying to get the skills, I want to pursue music as a full time job. Even if it just pays for the basics. That's what I really want to do with my life, I need to do it, it feeds my spirit.
I learned bass guitar, electric guitar. I learned how to rap, sing and a bit of metal growl. So like, you know, the heavy vocals. It's like an outlet, if I'm going through some real heavy duty stuff, I can just fall back on the music. I always feel better.
I saw someone had an advertisement for a band, so I got their number, gave them a ring. You never know what might happen. I used to be so insecure and shy, I hid away on purpose. But these days I want to be an open book, I'm more confident in my own skin.
I might be going back to the Salvation Army. It's better than being on the streets in the elements, cold, freezing. Yeah, you get a roof over your head three meals a day. It's better than being stranded.
I was born in Christchurch, been here my whole life. I also like getting out into nature. If I had money, I'd be a nomad, just travelling with a backpack. I do like it here, but it would be a good change to see the world. Yes, this is just a tiny little island, it's a big world out there.”
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My partner and I are moving to Christchurch in mid-March, he’s a skilled builder working for Weinbox Builders, who are expanding into Canterbury after building a strong reputation for high-quality renovations in the Waikato.
He’s not just about full home renovations, he can also take on … View moreMy partner and I are moving to Christchurch in mid-March, he’s a skilled builder working for Weinbox Builders, who are expanding into Canterbury after building a strong reputation for high-quality renovations in the Waikato.
He’s not just about full home renovations, he can also take on fences, decks, pergolas, and other smaller projects. He’s even built stages, catios and climbing walls, so if you’ve got something a bit different in mind, he’s up for the challenge.
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Repurpose an old pallet into freestanding storage for your shed or garage and finish it in Resene Amulet for a fresh new look. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
1.200 x .500 x .200, this is made of recycled timber, but the timber is in good condition. There is no stand, but l could make one if needed. ONO phone Chris on 0275493828
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